'Sugar' Shane Mosley reveals who he thinks is the better fighter: Floyd Mayweather or Terence Crawford

Boxing legend “Sugar” Shane Mosley has hopped into one of the sport’s most heated debates. The question is, who’s the better fighter, Floyd Mayweather Jr. or Terence “Bud” Crawford? Having shared the ring with Mayweather himself, Mosley’s opinion carries real weight, and his answer may surprise fans of the undefeated icon.

Shane Mosley’s verdict on the question

Speaking to Fight Hub TV, the former three-division world champion made it clear that while Mayweather was “very talented,” he believes Crawford edges him out as the more complete fighter. He thinks Crawford is better, bigger, like he’s actually moving weight class, and he feels Crawford is a better all-around fighter. He added that although a Mayweather vs. Crawford bout would be a close, high-level contest, Crawford’s physical advantages, like longer reach and natural size, would tilt the fight in his favor.

Mosley clearly knows what it’s like to face Mayweather. The two had a face-off 15 years ago. Mosley lost a unanimous decision to the man many consider the greatest boxer of his era. Mayweather retired with a remarkable 50-0 record. He collected titles across five weight divisions and redefined the art of defense inside the ring. He made a legacy as one of boxing’s most brilliant tacticians.

Terence Crawford is winning hearts with his exceptional skills

But Crawford is making his own case for greatness. At 37, the Omaha native recently made his name in history by defeating Canelo Alvarez.

This made him the first male fighter ever to claim undisputed status in three separate weight classes. That victory pushed him back to the top of the rankings and sparked a new round of comparisons to legends like Mayweather.

Mosley’s comments ignited the dimly burning flame. He highlighted Crawford’s versatility. His effortless punching power and ability to move seamlessly through weight divisions make him stand out.

Mosley suggests that the current generation may finally have produced someone who could beat Mayweather’s standing.Also Read: American Gaming Association allegedly investigating Adin Ross for Insider Trading in Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford fightThe hypothetical matchup between Mayweather and Crawford will certainly stir debate among boxing enthusiasts. While it will never happen in the ring, the conversation itself underscores the sport’s richness. Every era finds its icons, and every generation asks the same question about who was truly the best.For Mosley, the answer is clear. “Crawford would have the edge,” he said. And just like that, one of boxing’s enduring masterminds' debates has a fresh twist.